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What is a weekend bird sitter?

Weekend bird sitters are individuals hired to care for pet birds during weekends when their owners are away. Their responsibilities typically include feeding, providing fresh water, cleaning cages, monitoring the bird’s health, and offering companionship or enrichment. Weekend bird sitters may visit the owner’s home or sometimes keep the bird in their own home, depending on the arrangement. They play an important role in ensuring the well-being and safety of pet birds during the owner's absence.

What are some common challenges faced by a weekend bird sitter and how can they be managed?

Weekend Bird Sitters often encounter challenges such as understanding the specific dietary and social needs of different bird species, maintaining a consistent care routine, and monitoring for signs of stress or illness. It's essential to communicate closely with bird owners to learn about each bird's habits and preferences, and to follow detailed care instructions. Establishing a calm environment and being attentive to subtle behavioral changes helps ensure the birds' well-being while their owners are away.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend bird sitter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Bird Sitter, you need basic knowledge of avian care, attention to detail, and experience handling birds, often supported by pet care courses or prior experience. Familiarity with feeding schedules, cage cleaning tools, and communication apps for updates is commonly required. Patience, reliability, and strong observational skills help you notice health or behavior changes and reassure pet owners. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and happiness of the birds in your care while building trust with clients.
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Split Shift Pet Sitter

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting

Alexandria, VA • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

Do people in your life describe you as a "animal person"? Perhaps you already volunteer with a shelter or a rescue? Maybe you have another job and you'd like to earn some extra income doing something you truly love! We're searching supportive and friendly environment. Our morning pet sitters are early risers who love to start the day with a cat in their lap or taking a dog for a walk.


Pets Are Family Pet Sitting Services LLC is growing quickly thanks to our 5-star reviews from happy clients, great pay and for compassionate adults who are passionate about working with animals and want to work in a collaborative environment. If you're a life-long animal lover and have a heart for serving in your community, this may be a great fit for you! Our team works closely with our clients to provide reliable, timely, loving care to their dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, pocket pets, and reptiles.


Previous experience is highly valued but not required as new employees are provided with initial and ongoing paid training. You are highly encouraged to read through our website at www.petsarefamilypetsitting.com to understand our care philosophy. We have a high regard for relationships and hospitality through our work.


What you'll love:

- flexible hours - we work with you so you can work with us!

- Joyful work- dog walks and cat cuddles- yes, it's that great!

- Take a beat for joy-filled, meaningful work

- Work that doesn't even feel like work- let's be honest


Please note: We will be accepting applications until we find the right staff, so if you are viewing this posting weeks after it's been published, please contact us as we may still need more staff members!


Additional Information:

  • Split shift pet sitters are available between minimally between 7-10am and 5-8pm Wednesday through Sundays. (You'll provide feeding, walking, companionship and playtime for pets, as well as plant watering, mail pickup, and basic home care while clients are traveling.)
  • Visits for dogs are typically 30 - 60 minutes between 7-9 am.
  • Visit times for cats are either once or twice daily (one AM visit and one PM visit) for either a 15 or 30-minute visit.

Requirements for the split-shift pet sitter position:

- You love working with animals and are passionate about their welfare!

- You love both cats and dogs! You are comfortable feeding, walking, and playing with pets according to their individual needs. You are able to monitor the behavior and health of the pets and report any concerns to the supervisor.

- You can make a 6 month commitment to working for the company. Clients who travel regularly prefer to have a relationship the same sitter or combination of two sitters.

- You have consistent morning availability and are available to work at least 2 weekends a month.

- You are able to work at least 2 of the 3 major winter holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Day, New Year's Eve & New Year's Day (Don't worry! You'll be able to have a holiday too, and you'll be paid more per visit during this time.)

- You have strong communication skills (both orally and in writing) and you have the ability to provide exceptional customer service to our pets' guardians by promptly addressing any questions or concerns.

- You can document daily activities and report any unusual behavior or incidents to both the company and the pets' guardians.

- You have a reliable car and live in or very close (within 5 miles) to the community where you will work.

- You have a reliable smartphone that can support our company's software and takes clear photos.

- You can pass a criminal /vehicle background check.

- You are at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate.


Hours/Pay: Fully trained and certified Pet Sitters are paid by the visit (commission) which averages $18-24/hr. with tips and holiday bonus pay per visit. Employees receive ongoing, paid professional development and training.


If you are interested in interviewing for a position with us, you will be asked to first complete a pre-interview questionnaire.


Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Pets Are Family hires employees (W-2), not independent contractors (1099).


Job Type: Part-time


Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • On-the-job training
  • Referral program

Experience:

  • Large dog handling: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Cat care (preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Morning Shift (Required)
  • Evening Shift (Required)
  • Weekend Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Alexandria, VA 22315 (Required)